Handling child custody with the kids' best interests in mind

On behalf of Dennis R. Wallace of Law Office of Dennis R. Wallace, P.A. posted in child custody on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.

Children may struggle when their parents decide to move forward with divorce. Everything about their lives will change, and Florida parents want to do as much as possible to protect their interests and mental well-being during this time. While there are likely disputes and issues to resolve, parents will find it optimal for the kids to make child custody and other related decisions with the best interests of the kids in mind.

Kids deal with difficult things in different ways. A parent may not be certain how his or her kids will navigate divorce, but it can be helpful to provide them with as much continuity of lifestyle as possible. This may mean allowing them to stay in the same school and keep the same schedule as much as possible. To make this happen, parents may have to set aside their own desires for the benefit of the children.

Children benefit when allowed to maintain strong relationships with both parents after divorce. It is best if parents refrain from speaking ill of the other parent in front of the kids or using the kids as sounding boards for divorce-related issues. It's not healthy for kids to hear their parents saying bad things about one another during an already difficult time.

Divorce is a complicated process, especially when children are involved. Florida parents will find it beneficial to discuss child custody issues with the goal of providing the best possible future for their kids. Before agreeing to any terms of making any important decisions, it may be helpful to discuss concerns with an experienced family law attorney.

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Law Office of Dennis R. Wallace, P.A., is based in Port Charlotte, Florida. We represent clients throughout the area, including the cities of Punta Gorda, Englewood, Arcadia, Venice, North Port, Harbour Heights, Rotonda, Englewood Beach, Charlotte Beach, Charlotte Harbor, Murdock, Nokomis, Fort Myers and Cape Coral, as well as in Charlotte County, Sarasota County, DeSoto County and Lee County.